Table 6.
Port-a-Cath, PAC, removals
| Reason for removal (n = 11) | No. (%) |
|---|---|
| Infection | 3 (27.3) |
| Cosmetic considerations | 3 (27.3) |
| Displacement of the catheter | 2 (18.2) |
| Thrombosis | 2 (18.2) |
| Unknown causes | 1 (9.1) |
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